Online Reporter
THE Ministry of Mines and Mining Development has said the attainment of Vision 2030 and sustainable growth of the mining sector depend not only on mineral wealth, but also on the quality of leadership, governance and innovation.
This emerged at the Executive Leadership in Mining and Public Governance Certificate Award Ceremony at the Zimbabwe School of Mines (ZSM) in Bulawayo on Friday.
In a speech read on behalf of Mines and Mining Development Deputy Minister Engineer Fred Moyo by Mining Technical Services Chief Director in the ministry, Engineer Charles Tahwa, the deputy minister commended all participants for completing the five-day training programme.
“Your dedication and commitment to professional development reflect the leadership qualities required to drive the growth and transformation of Zimbabwe’s mining sector.
“Over the past few days, you have been exposed to critical areas including mining investment attraction, mineral economics, regulatory compliance, public financial management, digital transformation, stakeholder engagement and leadership development.
“These are key competencies that will strengthen our institutions and enhance service delivery throughout the mining sector,” he said.
“As highlighted by our permanent secretary during the opening of this programme, the achievement of Vision 2030 and the sustainable growth of the mining sector will depend not only on our mineral wealth, but also on the quality of leadership, governance and innovation that we bring to our work.”
He said the certificates being awarded were therefore more than proof of attendance.
Eng Moyo said they represent a commitment to apply the knowledge and skills acquired to improve performance, strengthen accountability and deliver better results for the Ministry, the mining industry and the people of Zimbabwe.
“I encourage you to return to your respective stations inspired to lead with professionalism, integrity and excellence and to become champions of positive change within our sector.”
ZSM principal, Engineer Edwin Gwaze, said the executive masterclass was designed with a clear conviction that today’s mining sector requires leaders who are more than technical experts.
